Preserving Local history
The Union County Historical Society of New Jersey was incorporated by an Act of the 93rd Legislature of the State of New Jersey on April 1, 1869. The objective of this Society is the collection and preservation of all matter of historical relics, books, records, documents, and manuscripts, to stimulate and encourage historical research and the study of history pertaining to the territory originally embraced by Elizabethtown and the present Union County.
The Society exists through the help and generosity of its members. Membership is comprised of citizens who have a common interest in preserving the past. There is no paid staff. The Executive Board and Members perform all Society functions.
UCHS Photo Gallery
2019 Annual Picnic
The 2019 Annual Picnic at Nomahegan Park brought UCHS members together for food, stories, and community.
Elizabeth Resolutes 1866 Baseball Presentation
Paul Salomone brings the story of the 1866 Elizabeth Resolutes to life in this historical baseball presentation at UCHS.
UCHS 2024 Award Luncheon – Guest Speakers & Highlights
Highlights from the 2024 UCHS Award Luncheon with featured speakers and members.
UCHS 2015 Annual Picnic
Classic cookout and antique Model T Fords made the 2015 UCHS Annual Picnic a memorable event at the Hanson House.
UCHS Student Awards 2016
Celebrating student excellence in 2016 with awards presented by UCHS and local officials.
Our Board of Directors
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